NDT Technician

Who We Are

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious NDT Technician to support engineering, environmental services, materials testing, and inspection projects. As a NDT Technician, you will perform advanced field and laboratory testing, conduct on-site inspections, and ensure construction, infrastructure, and environmental projects meet industry standards and regulatory requirements. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced field environment.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically proficient, and committed to maintaining a strong culture of safety. You will also enjoy working outdoors in dynamic environments, collaborating with a team to solve real-time challenges, and ensuring safety and quality compliance on every project. In addition to independent fieldwork, this position offers opportunities to potentially mentor junior technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.

To learn more about the important work our Field Technicians perform, here’s a short video: UES Field Technician

Pay Range

Starting from USD $25.00/Hr.

Responsibilities

• Identify structural and material steel/ welding defects using appropriate nondestructive testing methods.
• Interpret and analyze test results to determine material integrity and compliance with specifications.
• Prepare and complete detailed test reports, documenting procedures, results, and conclusions.
• Ensure that project welding and testing requirements are met and compliant with project specifications, requirements, and company policies or procedures.
• Complete detailed reports, logs, and documentation of test results, ensuring accuracy and timely submission to project managers and stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, field supervisors, contractors, and project managers, providing real-time updates on job status, site conditions, and any issues encountered.
• May be asked to mentor and support junior field technicians, providing guidance on field procedures, testing methods, and safety best practices.
• Follow all OSHA, company, and client safety protocols, ensuring strict adherence to personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, hazard awareness, and field safety guidelines.
• Adapt to changing project requirements and schedules, including early morning, weekend, or overnight work as needed.
• Operate and maintain assigned company vehicle, including scheduling routine maintenance and ensuring proper upkeep.
• Travel to job sites within the designated region, which may require periodic overnight stays based on project needs.
• Flexibility to work variable schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and potential overnight travel based on project demands; though work is typically within San Diego County or Southern California.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support company initiatives and project success.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational training or coursework in construction, engineering, geology, or a related field preferred.
• 3 years of field-based experience in materials testing, construction inspection, geotechnical fieldwork, or a related industry.
• Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Level II certification required.
• Industry certifications such as ACI Level 1 Concrete Testing preferred or ability to obtain within a specified time period.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; ability to safely operate company vehicles.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to OSHA regulations, industry best practices, and company safety policies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Field Data Collection (FDC) software or similar industry tools.
• Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret blueprints, procedures, manuals, technical documents, and reports related to drilling, safety, and project requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate sample collection, testing procedures, and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to producing high quality results.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and carrying equipment, standing for extended periods, and working in outdoor environments with varying weather conditions.
• Flexibility to work variable schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and potential overnight travel based on project demands.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, in support of business
  
  

objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on

project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying field conditions, including:

• Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
• Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments.
• Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions.
  
  

The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:

• Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
• Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections.
• Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams.
• Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).
  
  

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here

ID 2025-2827

Position Type Full-Time

Location US-CA-Escondido

Job Locations US-CA-Escondido